Stripping the underside of the chassis.

[Craggy73]

Well, I've started the laborious task of stripping the underside of my car. I'm using my grinder with the flapdiscs and twisted wire wheel, which seems to do a decent job. Just wondered if anyone has any tips and tricks for getting into the tight spots where the grinder can't reach? I have a small Dremel drill but it's more suited to craft and hobby work. I'll buy a bigger version or some other tool if needs be. Any recommendations?

[ross_jsy]

You trying to take the under seal off? Nitromoors it and leave it to soak in then scrape it off

[Craggy73]

I am. Will give that a go, thanks.

[Grrrmachine]

Heat gun and a paint scraper. You'll go through a dozen wire wheels on a grinder, and flapdiscs will thin the metal if they're fresh.

[Craggy73]

I did buy a blowtorch thinking about burning the sealer off but maybe that's a bit agressive. I've ordered some Nitromors so will see how I get on with that. Think my neighbours will appreciate the quieter approach

[maxfield]

I use a blow torch and a scraper generally. Just have to be careful

[magpie]

i used a drill with the appropriate tool fitted to get into the nooks and cranny's


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3pce-ROTARY-W ... 19c3ee1886

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-Piece-Rotar ... 589f39fc2d


happy rake out

[Craggy73]

Magpie, I've got some wire brush attachments for my drill, but even using them on a mains drill doesn't seem to be tough enough compared to a grinder. Hopefully the chemical method will make life easier.